If you’re in search of a non-surgical way to get a face lift, then a PDO thread face lift may be what you’re looking for. Luxe Skin is a very professional Aesthetic Clinic in Glasgow to help you achieve your goals.
A PDO thread face lift is a non-surgical facelift. It uses dissolving or permanent threads depending on the procedure that contains tiny anchors. These barbs latch onto the skin and lift it. The barbs change direction halfway through the thread lift which allows it to fix the lift and prevent it from coming back down. A PDO thread face lift, sometimes known as the puppet lift or one stitch facelift, needs three to six threads inserted on each side of the lower area of the face to achieve a good result.
A PDO thread face lift uses dissolvable threads made out of polydioxanone. Apart from the lift caused by the anchors, thread lifting causes bio-stimulation by triggering collagen production as the thread is absorbed by the body. This results in a further lifting and firming effect. The results from PDO thread treatments last around 12-15 months and are a fairly painless experience.
PDO thread lifts also stimulate collagen and elastin but their main mode of action is through tissue suspension. They mimic connective tissue that is responsible for keeping the skin taut. With time this connective tissue slacks causing the skin to fall. The permanent threads lift and anchor the skin to the scalp. Because the threads do not dissolve, the lifting effect lasts longer, often over 3 years. The lift reduces with time as you get older and the skin gets more slack. Permanent threads are the only real alternative to a surgical facelift.
There are numerous brands of PDO threads. The PDO threads used at Luxe Skin Glasgow are Elionce Rejuva Lift and MINT PDO thread. We’re the best skin clinic in Glasgow because we use the best products. Most of the permanent threads are made of polypropylene. At Luxe Skin in Glasgow, we use Spring Thread® which is silicone coated with bi-directional anchors that produce an excellent locking effect. Silicone is a neutral bio-compatible material which means it does not trigger an aggressive response and is perfectly accepted by the body.
Getting a face lift by threads can be an anxiety-inducing experience, but those of us here at Luxe Skin know it is the best skin clinic in Glasgow for a reason. We are experienced, and knowledgeable, and can assuage your worries about any potential cosmetic procedures.
There are many pros and cons to doing a thread face lift:
‣ PDO thread lifts are a quick treatment that can be done within 2 hours in our clinic. The downtime is 1-5 days depending on the extent of the procedure.
‣ Procedure carried out by a leading cosmetic physician (Doctor Q) with over 8 years of experience in aesthetic medicine.
‣ It can be used for lifting brows, cheeks, jowls and neck. A minimally invasive alternative to face lifts in Glasgow.
‣ More threads can be added to improve the lift whereas revision of a surgical lift is a relatively bigger procedure
‣ Threads can be removed if needed.
‣ Minimal bruising.
‣ Permanent threads are a real and more affordable alternative to a surgical facelift.
‣ It carries much lower risk than a surgical facelift.
‣ Thread lifting is not suitable for severe facial sagging that requires removing excess skin.
‣ Threads can sometimes be visible or cause bunching of the skin which may need corrected if it does not settle by itself.
‣ As with all cosmetic procedures, it cannot be done if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you are interested in receiving a thread face lift here at Luxe Skin, then we are the best skin clinic in Glasgow for the job. Contact our offices using the booking page to schedule your consultation appointment today.
Dr Usman Qureshi or Doctor Q is a leading cosmetic physician with over 8 years experience in aesthetic medicine and has carried out over 15000 procedures in his Glasgow Cosmetic Clinic.
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